November 30, 2017
…or retained, in our DNA during millions of years of evolution, understanding how organisms such as cyanobacteria or fruit flies regulate their internal biological clocks has provided circadian biologists with a greater understanding of the precise genetic and biochemical mechanisms that control our own sleep-wake cycles, metabolism and reproductive cycles.…
March 6, 2012
…and extract your own DNA? Or get a behind-the-scenes look at how computer chips are made and the future of augmented reality technology? It’s all part of the 2012 San Diego Festival of Science & Engineering, taking place March 17-24. The largest celebration of innovation and education in Southern California,…
August 4, 2022
…observe protein evolutions, analyze DNA isolation for microbiome studies, characterize gene expression patterns during early development, determine the effects of toxicants on developing embryos, and more. High-capacity computing equipment and a new liquid-chromatography mass spectrometry system that enables rapid analysis was also included. The two new laboratories will be operated…
August 13, 2024
A traumatic brain injury ended Caden Taffe’s ability to play football, yet he has channeled his talents into running hurdles.
February 27, 2020
…circular piece of its DNA (a plasmid) that enables a fluorescence output to “highlight” the activity of a specific gene. When a water contaminant interacts with the inserted gene, the bacteria light up. With their microfluidics setup, the researchers can record which strains light up when. This pattern of blinking…
November 12, 2020
…we can use their DNA to study the diseases in human beings.” Ninth-grader Beatrice Rockson says the science immersion course will provide a foundation for her future studies in the healthcare field. Beatrice Rockson, a 9th-grader, also aspires to a career in health care. “It is my vision to become…
January 24, 2023
The gut microbiome plays a critical but poorly understood role in how drugs work or don’t work in the body. It also presents therapeutic possibilities unto itself.
March 20, 2012
…until a book on DNA sparked his interest, and he enrolled in Fresno Community College to study chemistry. He became a dedicated student and ultimately transferred to UC Berkeley before going on to UCSF to pursue his Ph.D. in biological chemistry. “My ability to do this was completely dependent upon…
November 2, 2023
Artificial intelligence in all its varied forms is rapidly accelerating, transforming our everyday lives and providing a powerful tool for scientific research. But what does it all mean and what does the future hold? Six UC San Diego experts share their insights.
April 13, 2017
…students has ranged from DNA barcoding of invertebrates to soil microbiome analysis to gene annotation. One course that she designed and taught, “Research Explorations in Genomics,” resulted in undergraduate authorship on a publication in a peer-reviewed scientific journal. Mel is also recognized for her efforts to increase diversity at the…
